Pilot Institute

JANUARY 3, 2025

Have you ever wondered how pilots determine wind direction and speed at a glance? If youre preparing for takeoff, navigating an approach, or landing at an uncontrolled airport, knowing how to read a windsock can give you quick wind information. Regular inspection of windsocks makes sure you receive reliable wind information.

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Knot Weather Wind Shear Weight-Shift-Control 98

Air Facts

APRIL 14, 2025

Rather, the system, in the largest sense, includes VAOAI advocates and promoters, regulators, pilots, aircraft, regulations, training, airports, air traffic, airspace, weather, publications, public opinion, and more. other words, pilots have to figure out how to use ADS-B because the systems engineering is still incomplete.

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Final Approach General Aviation Approach Wind Shear 90

Air Facts

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Airline Pilots Continuing education is required for airline pilots. Most professional pilots will be required to complete a flight proficiency check, either in an actual aircraft, or in a simulator, every six to 12 months. Most professional pilots will be required to complete a flight proficiency check every six to 12 months.

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Pilot Wind Shear Airline Airlines 94

Plane and Pilot

JANUARY 8, 2025

Most seemed to be using more flaps than normal for takeoff, the idea being to get away from the ground as quickly as possible to minimize their time near the ground, where a wind shear could have serious consequences. When making a cross-wind takeoff, hold the nose gear on the runway longer and accelerate to a higher speed than normal.

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Crosswind Wind Shear Knot Airplanes 96

Air

MAY 21, 2025

Aviation Winds Types Explained A Pilots In-Depth Guide For pilots, from their first solo to their thousandth hour, a profound understanding of the different types of wind isn’t just beneficial it’s absolutely fundamental to safety, efficiency, and the art of flying itself. And it’s unique in Europe!

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Crosswind Wind Shear Groundspeed Flight Computer 52

Pilot's Life Blog

JANUARY 5, 2025

One of the most reliable aircraft for training is the Piper Seminole, a twin-engine plane that offers hands-on experience for future pilots. Section 1: Getting to Know the Piper Seminole The Piper Seminole is a versatile twin-engine aircraft frequently used for flight training, particularly for pilots advancing to multi-engine ratings.

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Descent Final Approach Approach Runway 52

Inflight Pilot Training

MAY 30, 2025

With the right apps, pilots can check weather, plan routes, improve radio communications, log flights, simulate flying scenarios, and even listen in on real-time ATC traffic. Whether you’re a student just starting out or a professional pilot refining your workflow, these 10 aviation apps will help you fly smarter in 2025.

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Pilot Flight Computer Weather Wind Shear 52